Tesla Cybercab Fine Print: No Riders Under 13, Crash Protocols and Door Details

Tesla says children under 13 cannot ride in the Cybercab at this time, even with a parent. That is more restrictive than the Model Y SUVs Tesla is using as robotaxis, where minors between 8 and 17 are allowed to ride. Tesla also says all children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult in both vehicles. The Cybercab does not have standard LATCH anchors for child seats; child seats can be attached using the seat belt.

If a Cybercab is in a crash, Tesla says the airbags inflate, doors unlock, hazard and interior lights turn on, the high-voltage battery is disabled, windows move to a vent position, and the vehicle brakes to a stop and parks. The infotainment system also starts a two-way connection with Tesla’s rider support team. The door-unlocking detail is notable because Tesla has faced criticism over electronic door latches. TechCrunch also notes Tesla agreed to recall 3 million cars in China after an investigation involving electronic door latches that could trap people after a crash.

The Cybercab uses electronic door latches so doors can open automatically at the start or end of a ride, and riders can also use a small exterior button. Inside, the manual release is placed on the armrest of each door, making it more obvious in an emergency. Tesla is also using a brake-by-wire system, replacing hydraulic brake control with electronic actuators. The Cybercab’s windows “cannot be fully opened at this time,” and Tesla did not explain why in the documentation described by TechCrunch.

The Cybercab is positioned as a fully autonomous vehicle that relies on cameras and AI, with Tesla pitching it as a lower-cost alternative to Waymo. TechCrunch reports that Tesla released details across PDFs, updated Robotaxi app terms of service and information shared online after a private event. Tesla now has to prove the vehicles are safe to the public, local governments and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, which has opened an investigation into the Cybercab rollout. For riders, the practical takeaway is to check eligibility, child-seat limitations and emergency-exit procedures before relying on the service.